| Cleaning the bathroom is one chore that no one looks | | | | other types of metal. |
| forward to. Often times, bathrooms are neglected. It | | | | 6. Sponges. Color-coded sponges are essential |
| is cleaned only when you can no longer ignore the | | | | supplies in cleaning the bathroom. You need one color |
| unsightly buildup of dirt and grime. If you do not want | | | | for the sink and bathtub and a different color for the |
| to clean the bathroom often, preventive maintenance | | | | toilet bowl. If possible, buy sponges that are |
| is the key. Wipe down the bathroom after each use | | | | specifically for bathroom cleaning. Never use abrasive |
| to avoid water marks and soap buildup. | | | | pads that can destroy the natural finish of the sink, |
| For a clean bathroom, have the following bathroom | | | | bathtub and toilet bowl. |
| cleaning products on hand: | | | | 7. Toilet bowl brush. Buy a toilet bowl brush that |
| 1. Detergent and all purpose cleaner. You can use | | | | comes with its own holder or container. |
| either detergent or all purpose cleaner for the walls | | | | 8. Tile brush. A plastic tile brush is great for cleaning |
| and tiles. A specific tile cleaner is also another option. | | | | the grout. You can also keep an old toothbrush |
| When choosing a tile cleaner, find out if your | | | | handy for hard to reach corners. |
| bathroom tiles are porous or nonporous. If your tiles | | | | 9. Terry cloth rags. Wipe bathroom fixtures as well |
| are nonporous, you can use a product with bleach. | | | | as the sink and tub with terry cloth rags after |
| But for porous tiles, stick with products containing no | | | | washing. This prevents water marks from forming. |
| acids. | | | | Make it a practice to keep an extra rag in the |
| 2. Mold and mildew remover. For hard to remove | | | | bathroom at all times so you can wipe sinks and |
| molds and mildew, you can use a dedicated mold and | | | | fixtures after each use. |
| mildew remover. Instead of a mold and mildew | | | | 10. Latex gloves. These protect your hands from any |
| remover, chlorine bleach diluted in water can be used. | | | | chemicals or caustic agents found in commercial |
| Make sure to follow the directions on the bottle. | | | | cleaning products. |
| 3. Bathroom Gel. There is a 5 in 1 bathroom cleaner | | | | 11. Dust mop. For the upper walls and ceilings, you |
| available in the market. This gel type cleaner can be | | | | can use a dust mop for cobwebs and other dirt. |
| used to: kill germs, eliminate mold and mildew, | | | | 12. Plunger. In case of a clogged toilet bowl, bathtub, |
| remove soap buildup, unclog drains and dissolve | | | | sink or drain, use a plunger. Just make sure not to |
| stains. If you are looking to save a few bucks, test | | | | use the plunger you used for the toilet bowl in |
| this type of all-in-one cleaner for your bathroom. | | | | de-clogging the other areas. |
| 4. Glass cleaner. Wipe your bathroom mirror with a | | | | A clean bathroom is essential for any healthy home. |
| rag and glass cleaner. This will take out water or | | | | It is a personal reflection of your own standards of |
| soap marks on the glass. | | | | hygiene and cleanliness. With the right cleaning |
| 5. Metal cleaners and polishers. Bathroom fixtures | | | | products and tools, maintaining a bathroom free of |
| made of metal can simply be wiped with a damp | | | | dirt, scum, mold, mildew and disease carrying germs is |
| cloth. However, to bring back their luster, use metal | | | | as easy as 1-2-3. |
| cleaners and polishers for copper, stainless steel and | | | | |